Without protective practices, the land is left vulnerable to the ravages of wind and rain. This causes soil degradation such as decreased soil productivity and increased loss of soil structure. Sediment that erodes from these exposed areas accumulates in lakes, natural watercourses, and on adjoining properties. When sediment travels off-site with runoff into water bodies, it can accumulate on the bottom, harm aquatic life, increase turbidity, and restrict the amount of sunlight reaching aquatic plants.
Sediment can also decrease the storage volume of water bodies and clog sewer storm drains which can increase the potential of flooding. Sediment in our water also increases the costs of power production and of treating municipal drinking water. Best Management Practices BMPs can be used to control erosion and prevent off-site sedimentation, thus reducing water pollution due to sedimentation. The express fee is unchanged. As we enter hurricane season, there exists the possibility that sites in development will be adversely impacted, regardless of the measures that are in place to control stormwater and sediment runoff.
Water Resources. Stormwater Management. Agricultural Programs. Gypsy Moth. Mosquito Control. Seedling Sale. Current Projects. Loading Close. Do Not Show Again Close. Sign In. Erosion and Sediment Pollution Erosion and Sediment Control during the shutdown- At this time our office is following federal, state, and local guidelines and policies to minimize the spread of the virus and maintain social distances.
Sediment Pollution Sediment pollution is the number one pollutant by volume nationwide. DEP It damages aquatic life like fish and macroinvertebrates by damaging gills, affecting larval development, lowering growth rates, impeding feeding, etc.
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